Modeling Specialist

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional growth

Job summary

Albemarle Netherlands BV is seeking a Modeling Specialist in Amsterdam. The successful candidate will develop models for catalyst performance, act as a subject-matter expert in kinetic modeling, and support global tools and models.

Ideal qualifications include a PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering, 4+ years in modeling, and strong software skills. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering or Computational Science.
• 4+ years of industrial experience in kinetic and reactor modeling.
• Strong knowledge in kinetics, thermodynamics, and reactor engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop models for catalyst performance forecasting.
• Act as a subject-matter expert in kinetic modeling standards.
• Support and maintain models and tools used globally.

Skills

Kinetic modeling

Data analysis

Software development

Communication skills

Data science techniques

Education

PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel/VBA

FORTRAN

Python

SQL

AspenPlus

Job description

Overview

Ketjen Corporation is a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. We are looking for a Modeling Specialist for our Modeling and Application Technology team in Amsterdam.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to and/or lead the development of models for catalyst performance forecasting and unit monitoring, focusing on accuracy, robustness, speed, and user‑friendly interfaces.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert in kinetic modeling and shape modeling standards, validation approaches, and best practices across the organization.
• Support and maintain models and tools used globally, including bug fixing, user support, and providing training for new users or features.
• Develop data infrastructure that makes laboratory and commercial data accessible to users across Technical Service, Sales, Business, and Research & Technology.
• Develop and share knowledge on reaction kinetics, catalyst application, feed characterization, and product properties.
• Leverage data science techniques to derive actionable insights from raw data.
• Stay current with scientific literature, modeling tools, and apply new insights where appropriate.

Background & Experience

• PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering, Computational Science, or a related field.
• 4+ years of industrial experience in kinetic and reactor modeling.
• Strong knowledge of reactor engineering, kinetics, thermodynamics, and statistics.
• Strong software development skills emphasizing reliability and code quality.
• Experience with heterogeneous catalysis and hydroprocessing is a significant advantage.
• Experience with Excel/VBA (.NET applications), FORTRAN, Python, and SQL databases.
• Experience with process simulation tools (e.g., AspenPlus).
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization of large datasets.
• Excellent communication skills in English (proficiency in Dutch is preferred).
• Structured problem‑solving, curiosity, and a proactive mindset.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. We support professional growth and value a diverse, inclusive work environment.

EEO Statement

EEO is The Law. Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity.